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St Damian's RC Science College

St Damian's RC Science College

Ashton-under-Lyne

LEVEL 2 TEACHING ASSISTANT

St Damian’s is an oversubscribed Roman Catholic Science College which is committed to the professional development of staff and promoting the welfare of children.  In our last Ofsted we were once again, judged Outstanding in all areas. We are proud to be a high achieving Catholic school, who consistently produces at least good outcomes for our great children “Pupils, including those with SEND, feel honoured, safe and happy to be attending this school” [Ofsted 2023].   Equally, we are also proud that we have a very stable staff who love working here and enjoy the benefits St Damian’s has to offer. We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to work under the guidance of the SENDCO, teachers and senior staff to raise the learning and attainment of pupils, whilst also promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.  You will provide assistance to pupils so that they can access the curriculum, participate in learning, and experience a sense of achievement. You will be required to work in the classroom or outside the main teaching area.  Previous relevant experience is desirable, but is not essential. You will be required for 32½ hours each week, term time only Monday to Friday.  St Damian’s is widely recognised for the quality of care it provides for all pupils and the professional opportunities afforded to all colleagues.  “Pupils’ personal development is promoted exceedingly well” [Ofsted 2023] The College is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and the successful completion of a six-month probationary period.   CES application forms and further details are available from our website .  and on the Greater Jobs website:

Larmenier & Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Larmenier & Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

London

KS2 Teaching Assistant & Lunchtime Meals Supervisor

Contract: Part time, Monday to Friday; 32.5 hours per week, 8:30am to 3:30pm (Term time only, 39 weeks per year) Salary: Teaching Assistant – 27.5 hours per week; Scale 3, Spine Point 5 - £20,336 (Full-time equivalent £31,086) Lunchtime Meals Supervisor – 5 hours per week; Scale 2, Spine Point 3 - £3,595 (Full-time equivalent £30,225) The Governors are seeking to appoint an experienced and inspiring KS2 Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Meals Supervisor to this happy, thriving and successful primary school. Applications are invited from practising Catholics and from those who are in sympathy with the aims and ethos of a Catholic school. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit or for further details please contact Elisabeth Beautyman, Administration Officer, by phone or by email. The CES Support Staff Application Form and other related CES documents can be downloaded from the school and submitted via email to the school office, . Larmenier & Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and their families, and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate and Barred List check will be requested for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation.

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Uxbridge

Headteacher

Contract: Full Time Permanent | School Group: Group 2 | Salary: Leadership scale 15-21 £77,209-£87,932 Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for nurturing both academic excellence and a caring, faith-filled environment? St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School is seeking a dedicated and forward-thinking Headteacher to guide our successful school into its next exciting chapter. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a high-achieving, supportive community where every child and staff member is truly valued. St. Mary’s is a small, welcoming Catholic primary school with a strong academic record and a vibrant, inclusive ethos. Rooted in Gospel values, we celebrate the uniqueness of every child and are proud of our caring, family atmosphere. Our dedicated staff, engaged governors, and supportive families work together to create a nurturing environment where children flourish academically, spiritually, and socially. We are proud of our achievements and are now looking for a Headteacher who will help us build on our strengths and support and guide our school as we move forward.  Situated just outside Uxbridge town centre, our school has excellent transport links as well as tube and bus services and a number of mainline stations nearby. As Headteacher, you will play a central role in shaping the future of our school, leading with integrity, compassion, and vision. You will work collaboratively with staff, governors and families to ensure our Catholic values and high standards continue to shine through in all we do. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact, supporting our school’s ongoing success and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are seeking an enthusiastic and empathetic leader who is passionate about making a difference in a thriving, community-focused school. A leader who will continue to develop the Catholic ethos of the school. If you value collaboration, are committed to the wellbeing and success of every child and adult, and are ready to support a school that is already doing well academically, we would love to hear from you. At St. Mary’s, we believe our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a supportive and caring environment, where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):Childcare disqualificationDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS)MedicalOnline and social mediaProhibition from teachingRight to workSatisfactory employment and priest references (requested and received prior to interview)Suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conditional cautions or conviction’s under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As well as a link to the following statutory document that all appointed staff are asked to read, understand and sign a declaration An enhanced DBS check will be carried out before any appointments.  We follow the guidance on safer recruitment from Schools HR Co-operative as well as London Borough of Hillingdon Governance. Interested candidates are warmly invited to submit their application before the closing date of mid-day on the 10th April 2026.  For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact the School Business Manager, Kayleigh Taberer via or 01895 232814 option 2.  Application forms can also be returned in an envelope marked ‘confidential’ for the attention of Kayleigh Taberer, School Business Manager by hand to the school.  If using Royal Mail please ensure the large letter stamps are used and envelope is weighed and correct postage ascertained. We look forward to welcoming a new Headteacher who will help us continue our journey of success and care. This appointment is formed with the collaboration of the Diocese of Westminster in partnership with the London Borough of Hillingdon.

The St Thomas the Apostle College

The St Thomas the Apostle College

ECT English Teacher

Job overview

Teacher

London

Start date: July (ECT) or September 2025

Salary: MPS/UPS (£38,766 to £60,092)

Contract term: Full Time, Permanent

About the Role

The St Thomas the Apostle College

London, SE15 2EB

ECT English Teacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

  • Salary: Inner London Pay Scale, MPS/UPS (£38,766 to £60,092)
  • Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
  • To Start: July (ECTs) or September 2025
  • Location: SE15 2EB, London Borough of Southwark

We are looking to appoint a motivated and inspirational English Teacher to join our team of outstanding staff in this key curriculum area. This position is open to experienced teachers and ECTs.

In 2024, the outcomes for the department were:

- English:

o A Level; A*-A: 30%, A*-B: 67%, A*-C: 96%, A*-E: 96%: 100% (27 entries)

o GCSE (161 entries);

§ Language: 9-7: 31% and 9-5: 70%

§ Literature: 9-7: 33% and 9-5: 71%

St Thomas the Apostle school is a 11-18 Catholic boys’ school with a co-educational Sixth Form in South London. We are an outstanding school (2024 P8 of 1.42), 2017 TES Secondary School of the Year winners, and the 3rd best secondary school in the UK (according to The Times). We pride ourselves on our high expectations of all learners. This creates a calm learning environment where teachers can teach and students can learn.

This post offers you the opportunity to develop your teaching within an outstanding setting. We offer a highly supportive environment and are committed to ensuring outstanding teaching, behaviour, and achievement.

With our expanding Sixth Form and our desire and drive to continue moving forward, this is an exciting time for you to join our team.

We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who is passionate about their subject to join our team of highly skilled staff delivering outstanding lessons to our exceptional students.

Benefits of working at St Thomas the Apostle:

  • Private health care programme for ALL staff.
  • Two staff well-being days per full academic year.
  • Loyalty service payments.
  • Excellent record of staff development with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Annual travel loans for season tickets.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Free use of school gym.
  • Free use of school swimming pool.
  • Regular staff social events.
  • Excellent public transport links.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Working at one of the highest performing schools in the country. Nationally recognised OUTSTANDING with extremely high levels of pupil engagement and impeccable behaviour.
  • Outstanding facilities.
  • Generous staff loadings and lower than average pupil to staff ratios.
  • New, modern, light and airy building.
  • Safe and secure cycle storage.
  • Pastries on a Friday morning.

ECT Programme

We run a structured and highly supportive ECT programme here at St Thomas the Apostle School. Our aim is to help you continue on your path towards being an outstanding practitioner with a 2-year programme of support, induction and training. The London South Teaching School Hub leads ECTs in their training, using the UCL Full Induction programme. ECTs also have support from an assigned mentor, whom they meet regularly for support and guidance.

The ECT programme includes:

  • Regular informal (and occasional formal) observations with open dialogue and clear targets
  • An assigned subject-specialist ECT Mentor
  • Additional support from the ECT Induction Tutor and the Teaching and Learning team
  • A reduced timetable (to accommodate the fact that everything takes a little longer when you are starting out!)
  • An environment of high expectation and outstanding behaviour which means you can concentrate on the important bits – teaching!
  • An 'open door' policy where you are always welcome to pop in and observe other staff to help develop your own practice

Further information on the ECT programme is available on our website.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged, please contact Ellie or Francisca at the details below to arrange.

St Thomas the Apostle College is actively seeking to increase the proportion of our workforce who come from diverse background. We particularly welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and minority ethnic descent.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our school is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. DBS check required.

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The St Thomas the Apostle College

London, SE15 2EB

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MPS/UPS (£38,766 to £60,092)

Full Time, Permanent

Start date: July (ECT) or September 2025

Apply by 06/02/2025, 12:00